Category Archives: Job hunting

Job Search:Do you include a “profile” in your CV?

Posted on 13 June 2013 by Wendy Mason | 1 Comment

Job Search:Do you include a “profile” in your CV?

A few thoughts on the value of including a short summary profile at the top of your CV!

This profile is sometimes called the career summary, personal profile statement, profile statement, resume summary, and summary of qualifications. All refer to profiling your key qualifications for a particular job on your résumé.

The profile sums up your skills and experience, and it can include your career goals. This is a part of your CV that you should certainly tailor to the particular needs of the specific job for which you are applying. These are the headline words that will flag up to a recruiter why you are right for the role.

Essentially, a profile is a very condensed and targeted version of a cover letter. And there are clear benefits to including a good one. It can help you stand out among the hundreds of applications companies receive. Most employers spend only a few seconds looking at your CV, and most of this time is spent looking at the top half of it. So, even if a potential employer reads only your profile (located directly beneath your name and contact information), they will still have a clear idea of how uniquely well fitted you are for the role.

In addition, your profile can include Keywords that will help your application get picked up by the recruiting management software that many companies use now use to screen applications.

Keep your profile concise – between one and four short sentences and you can use bullet points. Focus on the requirements for the job and what you have to offer. Overall, integrate your employment history and skills into the qualifications listed for the job – make sure right at first glance, you look like the best candidate.

Wendy Mason is the The Career Coach – helping you to find fresh perspectives on your Job Search and Career. She helps you work towards your goals and aspirations, in a way that fits in with both work and home life. Email her at wendymason@wisewolfcoaching.com, find her on Skype at wendymason14, or call +44 (0) 2081239146 (02081239146 for UK callers) or +1 262 317 9016 if you are in the US.

A free trial/consultation allows you to try phone coaching from the comfort of your own home and without risk. Don’t forget to ask about the Summer Special Offer

→ 1 Comment

Posted in CV, Job hunting, Job Search

Tagged business, career summary, Curriculum vitae, CV, Employment, Job Search, job seeking, personal profile statement, profile statement, recruitment, Resume, resume profile, resume summary, summary of qualifications, Writing your CV

Job Search – Mistakes to Avoid in Your Telephone Interview

Posted on 25 April 2013 by Wendy Mason | 3 Comments

Job Search – Mistakes to Avoid in Your Telephone Interview

Knowing what to expect and how to prepare for the telephone interview can give job seekers with an enormous advantage. But too many candidates make common mistakes that knock them out of consideration before getting a chance to really show their skills.

I would add to the information in the video below, on the technicalities, if the interview is by Skype check out before you start that you have a good connection. Practice telephone interviewing with a friend beforehand. And gen up on general interview preparation advice too - telephone interviews are similar to face to face in terms of the information you need.

I’ve prepared a lot of candidates for successful telephone interviews in the past, so if you would like my coaching help, please get in touch.

Wendy Mason is the Happiness Coach and author of a new novel, The Wolf Project. Wendy is a life and career coach and writer. She is passionate about helping people find happiness at work and at home! To find out more email wendymason@wisewolfcoaching.com, find her on Skype at wendymason14, or call +44 (0) 2081239146 (02081239146 for UK callers) or +1 262 317 9016 if you are in the US.

A free trial/consultation gives you an opportunity to try phone coaching without risk. Remember there are great benefits to be achieved by being coached in the comfort of your own home by phone or Skype .

CV review and interview preparation a speciality

→ 3 Comments

Posted in Job hunting, Job interview, Job Search

Tagged Career Development, Employment, Interview technique, Job hunting, job interview, Job Search, Job search plan, Job Search Techniques, job seeking, Job-Hunt, Looking for a new job, telephone interviews

Job Search Techniques To Help You Stand Out From The Crowd

Posted on 11 April 2013 by Wendy Mason | 7 Comments

Job Search Techniques To Help You Stand Out From The Crowd

With increased competition for jobs, it’s more important than ever to brand and market yourself to find success. Career coach Linda Ginac, Master PCM and CEO of The Ginac Group, offers tips on how to find your talents and the value you can bring to a company and then use professional techniques to advertise yourself. (This video is Copyright MyFoxAustin.com)

A free trial/consultation allows you to give phone coaching a real trial without any financial risk. And remember there are great benefits to be achieved from coaching by phone or Skype.

CV review and interview preparation a speciality

→ 7 Comments

Posted in Job hunting, Job Search, Job Search Techniques

Tagged Career Development, Employment, Job hunting, job interview, Job Search, Job search plan, Job Search Techniques, job seeking, Job-Hunt, Looking for a new job

Job Search – Top Ten Job Search And Social Media Questions

Posted on 4 April 2013 by Wendy Mason | 5 Comments

Job Search – Top Ten Job Search And Social Media Questions

Help for those struggling with job search and incorporating social media into their job search.

Great advice from the Discovering Social community which is designed to help those struggling with incorporating social media into their job search or every day lives. It is a series of webinars, resources and events focused on showing the how-to of social media.

For more advice from the Discovering Social Community visit: www.discoveringsocial.com

A free trial/consultation allows you to give phone coaching a real trial without any financial risk. And remember there are great benefits to be achieved from coaching by phone or Skype.

CV review and interview preparation a speciality

→ 5 Comments

Posted in Job hunting, Job Search

Tagged Career Development, Employment, Job hunting, job interview, Job Search, Job search plan, Job Search Techniques, job seeking, Job-Hunt, Looking for a new job

Job Search: How to find a new job using LinkedIn!

Posted on 28 March 2013 by Wendy Mason | 5 Comments

Job Search: How to find a new job using LinkedIn!

LinkedIn is a powerful business networking tool but it can also be one of the best ways to find a new job.

Unfortunately, not many people know how to really tap into its power. But this little video gives simple but useful tips for how you can use your LinkedIn network to search for a new job.

It is from http://www.explania.com/en/channels/work/detail/how-to-find-a-new-job-using-linkedin

If there is advice you would like or if you have questions about your job search, please get in touch!

Wendy Mason is the Happiness Coach and author of a new novel, The Wolf Project Wendy is a life and career coach and writer. She is passionate about helping people find happiness at work and at home! She helps people reach their goals and aspirations, without sacrificing their home and personal life. She believes coaching requires compassion, warmth and empathy. Wendy helps people reach their career goals and aspirations, without sacrificing their home and personal life. You can contact Wendy at wendymason@wisewolfcoaching.com and find out more at http://wisewolfcoaching.com